Cae Writing Text Types 6l5720

CAE Writing text types. Text Type Article / Contribution

Structural Features Title (article + contribution) Paragraph headings (contribution)

Competition Entry

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Has to catch and hold readers’ attention – so needs interesting opening and effecti Use direct questions. Try to personalise it. depends on target reader but usually informal – neutral.

Title

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Has to stand out from other pieces on the specified topic – so needs a striking open memorable ending. depends on target reader but usually informal – neutral.

Report

Title Paragraph headings

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Clear introduction explaining the reason for the report Very clear language describing something precisely Objective / impersonal style. Neutral to formal depending on target reader. Clear conclusion, usually a recommendation.

Proposal

Title Paragraph headings

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Clear introduction explaining reason for writing. Very clear language, persuasive language, recommendations / suggestions. Objective / impersonal style. Neutral to formal depending on target reader. Argument backed up by crystal clear reasons.

Essay

Title usually provided.

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Neutral – formal Academic piece of writing Examine both sides of an argument in a clearly organised structure. Likely to come to a definite conclusion.

Information Sheet

Title Paragraph headings

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Neutral – formal Clear language explaining rules and regulations for example. Distinct paragraphs about different subjects, no links between paragraphs.

Review

Title

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Early statement of the subject of the review (film, book, website etc.) Some factual information about the subject. More of the content should be devoted to the writer’s opinions on the subject. Writer’s opinion ed by examples related to subject.

Formal Letter

Opening and closing conventions: Dear sir / madam – yours faithfully Dear Mr. Smith – yours

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Clear opening paragraph giving reason for writing. Language that persuades by giving reasons ed by examples.

sincerely